1993 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2010 Dodge Challenger
To start off, 2010 Dodge Challenger is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Dodge Challenger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Dodge Challenger (372 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 1993 Chevrolet Caprice. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Challenger should accelerate faster than 1993 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 197 kg more than 2010 Dodge Challenger.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2010 Dodge Challenger (542 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Chevrolet Caprice. (332 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2010 Dodge Challenger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Chevrolet Caprice.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Chevrolet Caprice | 2010 Dodge Challenger | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
| Model | Caprice | Challenger |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4312 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 372 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 542 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2030 kg | 1833 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5530 mm | 5022 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1923 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2946 mm |
